

Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff
The Christian Research Institute
Welcome to the podcast of the Bible Answer Man broadcast with bestselling author and CRI President Hank Hanegraaff! On the Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers your questions with well-reasoned answers to equip you in the essentials of the historic Christian faith and strengthen your walk with the Lord. When it comes to the essentials of Christianity, there must be unity: "In essentials, unity; nonessentials, liberty; and in all things, charity."
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Jul 20, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: King James Only, the Serpent, and the Problem of Evil
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/20/23), Hank answers the following questions:What is your perspective on the King James only debate? What would be your advice to someone attending a King James only church? (00:43)How can I explain that Eve was not deceived by a real snake? (03:35)In Philippians 3:11-12, is Paul speaking of the general resurrection? (07:30)How can I respond to my husband who says God is immoral because He allows evil? (15:13)How can we speak truth in love to family and friends who have changed with the culture? (23:00)

Jul 19, 2023 • 28min
Diving Deeper Into the Ocean of Prayer, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/19/23), Hank retells a story about how during a time of injury, he learned how to wade out from the shallow waters and go deeper into the ocean of prayer; encouraging us to do the same.Hank also answers the following questions:I am a member of Bible Study Fellowship, but my pastor does not think I should be involved in teaching because he thinks it is the job of the church. What is your opinion? (04:29)My wife recently passed away. What is she experiencing in heaven now? Will she recognize her loved ones? (06:37)Moses asked to see God’s face. Does that mean God has physical form? (15:12)My pastor says that God comes first, and the church comes second. I thought family came before the church. Which is true? (18:05)If atheists don’t believe that God exists, why do they consider Him a moral monster? (20:28)

Jul 18, 2023 • 28min
Heaven is Real, Heaven is for Real is Not; and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/18/23), Hank shares his thoughts on the Bible’s description of heaven as opposed to what is found in the book Heaven is for Real. Hank deals with frequently asked questions about heaven as well as the symbolism we read about in the book of Revelation.Hank also answers the following questions:What do you think about the book 23 Minutes in Hell? (15:11)Is there a contradiction in Proverbs chapter 26 verses 4 and 5? (21:03)

Jul 17, 2023 • 28min
Old Testament Servanthood, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/17/23), Hank addresses a mistake many skeptics make by confusing Old Testament servanthood with modern notions of slavery. Hank explains that much of the slavery described in the Old Testament is similar to work for hire today whereby people would sell themselves into slavery to discharge a debt.Hank also answers the following questions:Is the prophecy in Ezekiel 38 and 39 referring to the future? Many point to the rapture and the tribulation. What are your thoughts on this? (0:40)If Solomon was so wise, why did he make such grievous mistakes? (7:20)Is the idea of expecting God’s favor biblical? (15:10)How should we interpret Proverbs 18:21, where it says the tongue has the power of life and death? (18:40)Are the first few chapters of Genesis historical or allegorical? (22:06)

Jul 15, 2023 • 28min
Best of BAM Q&A: Marijuana, Garden of Eden, and Fasting
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:If marijuana becomes legal in a particular state and you use it, how does this affect your relationship with God?Can we have whatever we ask according to God’s will, in light of John 15:7-8?Can you help me understand the context of Proverbs 8:22-32?Was there something unique about the Garden of Eden which hindered sin from entering it because Satan had already fallen?Should I be listening to Creflo Dollar?What is the biblical significance of fasting, and how should I apply it to my life?

Jul 14, 2023 • 28min
Old Testament Bride Price, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/14/23), Hank discusses the objection that many have with the Old Testament’s instructions on bride price. Hank shows how the process and details surrounding this practice actually upheld the honor of marriage to an even higher standard than we have today.Hank also answers the following questions:Is Melchizedek a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ or a type of Christ? (6:29)Can you explain why you disagree with partial preterism? (9:30)Will we retain our five senses in heaven? (15:09)Would you consider Joel Osteen a modern-day version of Norman Vincent Peale? (18:04)Is it acceptable for a pastor to be divorced? (20:33)Do you think the Old Testament law regarding the Sabbath has been done away with? (23:13)

Jul 13, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Curse of the Law, Creationism, and Demons Taking Physical Form
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/13/23), Hank answers the following questions:What is the most concise way that I can explain the curse of the law spoken of in Galatians 3:13? (0:47)Do you think the Bible is clear about where babies and mentally handicapped people go after death? (5:00)Can you provide me with some scientific information to help me defend creationism? (7:02)If angels took on physical form in the Bible, why can’t demons do the same? (15:13)Will those who teach heresy end up in hell? (19:13)

Jul 12, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Flood, Mediums, and Loving Ourselves
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/12/23), Hank answers the following questions:Does the sign of the rainbow point to a global flood? Since God promised not to flood the earth again, how would this be comforting if the flood was localized? (01:22)Why don’t Jews recognize Jesus as the Messiah? (04:18)What are your thoughts on Theresa Caputo; the Long Island Medium? Where does she get her information from? (15:10)Is Genesis 4:26 mistranslated? Chuck Missler teaches that this should say that people began to profane the name of the Lord instead of calling upon the name of the Lord. (20:00)Doesn’t the command to love our neighbor as ourselves contradict the idea of self-denial? (23:36)

Jul 11, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Ten Commandments, Memorization, and the 144,000
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/11/23), Hank answers the following questions:Can you comment on Joseph Prince’s view of the Ten Commandments? He says we don’t need to follow them anymore.Do you have any resources on how to memorize Scripture?Who are the 144,000 in the Book of Revelation? Is this a literal number, or is it figurative?

Jul 10, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Cain’s Offering, The Harbinger, and the Literacy of the Apostles
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/10/23), Hank answers the following questions:Does Isaiah 65:19-21 refer to the millennial kingdom? If not, what is this passage referring to?Why did God reject Cain’s offering but accepted Abel’s?What is your opinion of Jonathan Cahn and his book The Harbinger?Does the Bible forbid marrying a divorcee?Were the Apostles and biblical writers literate?


